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Old Cahawba is Alabama's most famous ghost town. In 1819 the town was carved out of the wilderness to be the state's first capital. Although the state changed the location of the capital in 1826, Cahawba continued to grow into a thriving and wealthy river town.

For a short time after the Civil War Cahawba attracted emancipated African Americans seeking new freedoms and politial power. By 1870, however, the population diminished to 300. By the turn of the century most of Cahawba's buildings were lost to fire, decay, or dismantlement.

Blue Star Museum: Old Cahawba proudly offers free admission to active duty military personnel and their families between Armed Forces Day and Labor Day.

View all AHC Owned Forts, Battlefields & Archaeological Sites

Come experience the picturesque ruins of Old Cahawba, an important archaeological site and gateway to natural wonders.

Old Cahawba's grounds as well as the historic St. Luke's Church are available for family reunions and large gatherings.

For more information contact us at 334-872-8058 or cahawbam@bellsouth.net.

UPCOMING EVENTS
 

 ADMISSION
Amount Ticket
$2 Adult
$1 Children 6-18 years (with parent)
Annual Pass - Individual $25
Annual Pass - Family $35
Events and Programs:
Walking Tours $8
Step on Bus Tours $8
Basic Wagon Tour
(group for 2 hours)
Adult - $10, Child (under 18 years) $8
Extended Tour $15
Workshops or Classes per day $25
Rentals:
Group rental - picnic area (4 hours) $75
Group rental - Church
(8 hours, up to 5pm)
$450
Group rental - Church
(4 hours)
$250
Rental extending beyond 5pm - $50 per additional hour
Shuttle fee for canoeists to HWY 22 $15
Shuttle fee for canoeists to HWY 80 $25
 LOCATION

From Selma, Alabama, take AL-22 West for 9 miles. Turn left on County Road 9 and travel 5 miles. Turn left on County Road 2 to enter Old Cahawba.

9518 Cahaba Road, Orrville, Alabama 36767

 CONTACT

Visitor Center: 334-872-8058

Email: cahawbam@bellsouth.net